Name: Every day you live, you impact the planet
Uploaded: 2020-07-09T14:52:38Z
Duration: 25 min 4 s
Description: Legendary primatologist Jane Goodall says that humanity's survival depends on conservation of the natural world. In conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson, she tells the story of her formative days working with chimpanzees, how she transformed from a revered naturalist into a dedicated activist and how she's empowering communities around the world to save natural habitats.

Legendary primatologist Jane Goodall says that humanity's survival depends on conservation of the natural world. In conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson, she tells the story of her formative days working with chimpanzees, how she transformed from a revered naturalist into a dedicated activist and how she's empowering communities around the world to save natural habitats.

Jane Goodall: Every day you live, you impact the planet

Every day you live, you impact the planet

Jane Goodall links the pandemic to nature's backlash against human encroachment, underscoring the consequences of disrespecting wildlife.

Goodall's revelation: Chimpanzees’ tool use challenged the notion of human uniqueness, expanding our understanding of animal intelligence.

Empowering communities is key to conservation, as Goodall’s work illustrates a successful model integrating human and environmental needs.